Microphone

Singing is an art that requires mastering and dedication. There are several essential singing tips that singers need to learn. They range from breath control and support to range, pitch, and tone control. One of the most overlooked singing techniques is the use of the microphone. If you do not know how to use it, all your hard work and time spent practicing can go to waste. The microphone converts your acoustic voice into an electric voice, and that is why you need to practice singing into it no matter how good your vocal technique is. Here are some tips to get you started.   Continue reading →

Recording vocals are tough as it is, especially if you're a beginner. Even if you get everything else right and nail your performance, there are a few common problems that can be holding you back. Below, we take a look at all too common problems that can occur when recording vocals and how to avoid them.   Continue reading →

The e935 is a cardioid vocal microphone specially designed for the rigors of touring and performing under pressure. At $169.95, Sennheiser's mic is targeting the working musician demographic, the same crowded field ruled by the well-known Shure SM58 microphone. And while there are many similarities between this and a lot of other standard vocal stage microphones, the e935 is a mic all its own, especially when it comes to the important subtleties of its sound reproduction. Read on to find out just how well the Sennheiser e935 stacks up against the competition.   Continue reading →

The Sennheiser e906 is an affordable, supercardioid dynamic microphone tracing its ancestry back to the well-regarded, and now pricey, MD409. While it might not match its predecessor on every aspect, it comes with very useful added features and plenty of sonic potential – not to mention a much slimmer price tag. Other Sennheiser mics aside, the e906 has plenty of competition among the crowded instrument mic market. Today, we're taking a closer look at the e906 to see just how much value and quality Sennheiser managed to pack in this little mic.   Continue reading →

The Fin by Heil Sound is a cardioid pattern live dynamic microphone designed with both looks and performance in mind. While the microphone is aimed primarily at vocalists and broadcasters, The Fin also works with amplifiers, harmonicas, brass instruments and other sound sources. It's retro-styled chrome body and LED lighting definitely makes The Fin stand out in a crowded mic-market, but how does it fare where it matters most? We take a closer look! Continue reading →